Author: Shradhanjali Mukherjee

India’s renewed trade engagement with Canada has opened what experts describe as a second opportunity to build a stable and long term economic partnership between the two countries. The relaunch of negotiations during Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney’s visit earlier this year is being viewed as a significant step forward after earlier talks were disrupted by political tensions. According to India’s former High Commissioner to Canada Sanjay Kumar Verma, the changing global environment has made economic diversification essential for Canada, which remains heavily dependent on the United States. He noted that this reliance has become a strategic limitation, especially amid…

Even as geopolitical tensions in West Asia escalate and Brent crude oil prices rise due to disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz, India has kept its fuel prices unchanged in dollar terms. Meanwhile, several countries worldwide have experienced sharp increases in petrol and diesel costs, reflecting the broader instability in global energy markets. Data highlighted by Kotak and reported by NDTV Profit shows a clear gap between India and other economies when it comes to fuel price movements. While many advanced and emerging nations have passed on rising crude oil costs to consumers, India has largely insulated its domestic market…

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has announced an ambitious plan to send a human mission to the Moon by the year 2040. ISRO Chairman V Narayanan stated that achieving this milestone would place India among the leading spacefaring nations, with strong capabilities across launch systems, satellite technology, space applications, and human spaceflight programs. He emphasized that this vision aligns with the broader goal of building a developed India through advanced scientific progress. Narayanan also shared updates on India’s upcoming human spaceflight initiative, the Gaganyaan mission, which is expected to take place in 2027. Before the crewed mission, ISRO plans…

India and Cyprus have taken another step toward strengthening their bilateral relationship through high level discussions focused on legal and institutional cooperation. India’s High Commissioner to Cyprus, Manish, met with Cyprus Minister of Justice and Public Order Costas Fytiris to discuss a wide range of issues, including extradition, criminal matters, and consular concerns affecting Indian nationals. The meeting highlighted both countries’ commitment to improving coordination in justice related areas while addressing practical challenges. During the interaction, the Indian envoy also updated the Cypriot side on recent developments in bilateral relations and preparations for the upcoming visit of Cyprus President Nikos…

India has achieved a new high in its export performance, reaching a total of $860 million in combined goods and services exports during the 2025 to 2026 financial year. This marks a steady increase from $825 million recorded in the previous year, reflecting resilience despite ongoing global economic uncertainties. Union Minister Piyush Goyal stated that this milestone underlines India’s growing presence in international trade, backed by strong contributions from both merchandise and services sectors. The rise in exports has been fueled by improved competitiveness, expansion into new global markets, and consistent policy support aimed at strengthening trade. These efforts have…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday announced a significant step forward in strengthening bilateral relations between India and Austria, focusing on key sectors such as defense, semiconductors, and quantum technology. Speaking alongside Austrian Chancellor Christian Stocker during a joint press interaction in New Delhi, Modi highlighted the importance of this visit, especially as it marks the Austrian leader’s first official trip to India and his first journey outside Europe. The Prime Minister emphasized that this visit carries historic value, noting that it comes after nearly four decades since an Austrian Chancellor last visited India. According to him, this moment signals…

 India and Germany reaffirmed their long-standing partnership during the latest round of Foreign Office Consultations held in Berlin, marking a significant milestone in their diplomatic journey. The two nations jointly unveiled a commemorative logo celebrating 75 years of formal diplomatic relations, highlighting decades of cooperation and shared global interests. The discussions were led by India’s Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri and Germany’s State Secretary Geza Andreas von Geyr. Both sides carried out a comprehensive review of bilateral ties, focusing on strengthening collaboration across key sectors. The meeting reflected a shared commitment to not only sustain but also elevate the existing strategic…

India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar held discussions with his Australian counterpart Penny Wong to review the evolving situation in West Asia and broader strategic developments in the Indo-Pacific region. The conversation comes at a time of heightened geopolitical tensions, with the ongoing conflict in West Asia continuing to impact global security and economic stability. Both leaders exchanged views and shared assessments of the crisis, underlining the importance of diplomatic engagement in addressing complex regional challenges. In addition to the West Asia situation, the dialogue also focused on Indo-Pacific dynamics, reflecting the growing convergence between India and Australia on regional…

 India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar held a telephonic discussion with Kuwait’s Foreign Minister Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, focusing on the evolving situation in West Asia and the safety of the Indian community in the region. The conversation comes at a time of heightened tensions following unsuccessful negotiations between the United States and Iran. Both leaders reviewed ongoing regional developments and the diplomatic efforts underway to address them. Jaishankar later shared that the exchange was constructive, with a clear emphasis on maintaining stability and ensuring the well-being of Indian nationals residing in Kuwait and nearby regions. According to Kuwait’s…

The United States and India have reinforced their strategic defence partnership following high-level discussions between senior air force leadership, with a strong focus on interoperability, joint training, and regional stability in the Indo-Pacific. US Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Kenneth Wilsbach hosted Indian Air Force Chief Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh during an official visit on April 8. The Indian Air Chief was given a ceremonial honours reception at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling before engaging in a series of meetings with senior US defence officials, including Secretary of the Air Force Troy Meink and Gen. Wilsbach at the Pentagon.…